Practice Incorporation of Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs) - 15 | 19. Objectives of Mix Design | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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15 - Incorporation of Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What are SCMs?

💡 Hint: Think about materials that supplement cement.

Question 2

Easy

Name one type of SCM.

💡 Hint: Consider industrial byproducts.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary benefit of using Silica Fume in concrete?

  • Reduces setting time
  • Increases strength
  • Decreases workability

💡 Hint: Remember the characteristics of very fine materials.

Question 2

True or False: GGBS can enhance concrete's resistance to sulfate attacks.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the properties it enhances.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

If a project requires concrete to endure sulfuric acid exposure, which SCM would be most beneficial to include, and why?

💡 Hint: Consider the properties of different SCMs.

Question 2

Design a concrete mix with 25% Fly Ash and discuss how this impacts water content and required admixtures.

💡 Hint: Refer to the characteristics of Fly Ash in terms of water requirements.

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